Wie lange gibt es noch windows 7

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Will my Windows 7 computer stop working?

No. Support for Windows 7 is discontinued, but the software will continue to function. After January 14, 2020, if your computer is running Windows 7, it will no longer receive security updates. Therefore, it's important that you move to a modern operating system such as Windows 10, which can provide the latest security updates to help keep you and your data safer. In addition, Microsoft customer service will no longer be available to provide Windows 7 technical support.

Can I upgrade Windows 7 to Windows 10 for free?

There was a promotional free upgrade offer available when Windows 10 first released, but that offer expired July 29, 2016.

You can purchase and download Windows 10 on your device today. Although, if your computer is more than three years old, it might be time to consider upgrading to a new device. We would love to help you find a computer that’s faster, safer, and delivers the new features Windows 10 has to offer before your current PC slows you down.

Download the Guide to Windows 10 app to find the best way to upgrade to Windows 10.

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Why should I consider a new computer?

PCs originally built with Windows 7 are running 10-year-old technology. Windows 10 has many of the same features and capabilities from Windows 7 built into the experience. Once you move to a new PC, there will be many aspects of the experience that you will find familiar, but also with important innovations and capabilities that were not available ten years ago. Checkout these innovative new features available with Windows 10 on a new device:

• Newer PC hardware that is faster, more capable, and more compatible with the latest industry technology.
• To help you keep your device secure, you can take advantage of the latest security capabilities:
  • Get built-in security at no extra cost. Your Windows device comes with built-in security features, including firewall and internet protections to help safeguard against viruses, malware, and ransomware.
  • Sign in three times faster and forget your password.6 Just use your face or fingerprint, to securely and instantly unlock your computer.2
• Enjoy a new way to interact with Windows beyond your mouse and keyboard. Most of us are familiar with touchscreens on our phones, and now many new PCs have a touchscreen on a new Windows 10 computer. With the touchscreen, you can also utilize pen technology to write and markup documents and websites. Touchscreens and pens allow you to zoom in, zoom out, quickly scroll, and sign documents.
• The Photos app automatically organizes and tags your photos. Searching for photos is easy and fun. Looking for pictures you took at the beach? Just type “beach” into the search bar and all your beach photos appear.

Need more reasons? Checkout the list of features available with Windows 10.

How is Windows 10 security better than Windows 7?

Windows 10 is the most secure Windows ever built, with comprehensive end-to-end security that covers antivirus, firewall, internet protections, and more. This means more security features, dashboard displays, and ongoing updates3 to help safeguard against future threats—all built-in at no extra cost.

Which version of Windows 10 is right for me?

There are multiple versions of Windows 10, so whether your PC is for personal, professional, or educational use, there’s a perfect match for you.

Windows 10 Home is the perfect operating system for personal and household use, while Windows 10 Pro offers all the familiar features of Windows 10 Home, plus additional features such as BitLocker, remote desktop, and domain join to support professionals.

For individuals seeking enhanced security and performance in and outside the office, there is Windows 10 in S mode. Windows 10 in S mode keeps you running fast and more secure day in and day out, by only using verified apps from the Microsoft Store.

How do I transfer my personal files to a new computer?

It’s easy to bring your files and photos to a new PC using OneDrive, a cloud storage service. With internet access and a few clicks, you can back up and protect your files online in the cloud and then, when you’re ready, sync onto a new PC. Syncing the files between your new PC and the cloud allows you to store the file locally for offline use when you don’t have internet access as well as on the OneDrive service in the cloud where you can restore them if something happens. OneDrive can automatically keep the two versions in sync as changes are made.

Note: these instructions are designed for Windows 7 users. The OneDrive client came with Windows 8 so users with Windows 8 and 8.1 devices can use these same instructions but skip the part about installing the app.

If OneDrive is not the best fit for you, you can use an external hard drive or the Windows Backup & Restore feature. Head to aka.ms/MoveToWindows10 to learn how.

Can I move my shortcuts and IE favorites to a new PC?

If you're moving to a new Windows 10 PC, you can easily move your Internet Explorer favorites with you. These instructions will guide you through moving IE favorites onto Microsoft Edge, the faster, safer way to get things done on the internet. Windows 10 still comes with the Internet Explorer 11 browser you’re probably familiar with. However, it also includes Microsoft Edge, the safer, faster browser designed specifically for Windows 10.

How do I sign into Windows 10 without a password?

Unlock your Windows 10 device with our password-free sign-in capability, Windows Hello. Use your face, fingerprint, or companion device2 to unlock your Windows 10 computer in the fastest, most secure way. On devices that support Windows Hello, users can automatically bypass the login screen without typing a password.

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How will the end of support for Windows 7 affect my Microsoft Office apps?

What does end of support mean for me as a Windows 7 user?

After January 14, 2020, if your PC is running Windows 7, it will no longer receive security updates. Microsoft strongly recommends that you move to a new device with Windows 10 preinstalled, which, among other benefits, can provide the latest security features and updates to help keep you and your data safer.

Why is support ending for Windows 7?

As part of our standard lifecycle support policies, Microsoft made a commitment to provide 10 years of product support for Windows 7 when it was released on October 22, 2009.

If I buy a new PC with Windows 10, how long will it be supported?

Windows 10 is designed to have updates delivered continuously, so as long as your PCs hardware takes any updates provided, you will remain supported. For more details including limitations to the timeline, please see this Windows 10 lifecycle policy page.

What happens if I continue to use Windows 7?

You can continue to use Windows 7, but after support has ended, your PC will become more vulnerable to security risks and viruses. Windows will continue to start and run, but you will no longer receive security or other updates from Microsoft.

Stand: 14.01.2020 18:20 Uhr  | Archiv

Mitte Januar 2020 ist eine Computer-Ära zu Ende gegangen: Windows-Hersteller Microsoft versorgt Version 7 seines Betriebssystems nicht mehr mit Sicherheitsupdates. Windows 7 ist damit am Ende, aber auf vielen Computern läuft das System noch. Fachleute raten, den Rechner jetzt auf Windows 10 zu aktualisieren. Computerzeitschriften berichten, dass dies auch kostenlos möglich ist.

Sicherheitsupdates sind ein wichtiger Schutz

Windows 7 ist seit 2009 auf dem Markt. Ein Computer, der keine Sicherheitsupdates mehr bekommt, wird über kurz oder lang zum Sicherheitsrisiko. Sobald eine neue Lücke bekannt wird, können Viren und andere Schadsoftware diese ausnutzen. Ein Virenscanner allein reicht als Schutz nicht aus. Erst eine Kombination aus regelmäßigen Updates, einem aktuellen Virenscanner, sicheren Passwörtern und weiteren Sicherheitseinstellungen kann einen Computer einigermaßen schützen.

Umstieg auf Windows 10

Einige Nutzer haben das Supportende für Windows 7 zum Anlass genommen, einen neuen Computer zu kaufen. Auf vielen neuen Rechnern ist Windows 10 bereits eingerichtet. Allerdings gibt es auch die Möglichkeit, eine Windows-7-Installation auf Version 10 aufzurüsten. Anleitungen dazu finden Sie auch auf der Seite der Verbraucherzentrale.

Auf den meisten Computern, auf denen Windows 7 funktioniert, wird auch Version 10 laufen. Das Programm, das dieses Upgrade abwickelt, prüft zunächst, ob der Rechner geeignet ist. Danach startet dann das Upgrade. Bevor Sie damit beginnen, sollten Sie auf jeden Fall eine Sicherheitskopie Ihres Systems anlegen und auch alle Dokumente, Fotos und Filme sichern.

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